A 45-YEAR-OLD technician has lost RM263,430 after falling victim to a fraudulent online investment scheme which falsely promised returns of up to 600 per cent.
Pahang Police Chief, Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman, said the victim came across an advertisement on Facebook on 21 June and was lured by claims of high returns.
He was subsequently contacted by a suspect via WhatsApp and added to an investment group chat offering extraordinary profits.
“Between 3 August and 17 September, the victim made 12 payments into two bank accounts, amounting to RM263,430,” Yahaya said in a statement on Friday. “He realised he had been deceived when he failed to receive both his capital and the promised returns. The suspect continued pressuring him to make further payments.”
According to police, the victim used his personal savings to join the fraudulent scheme.
Yahaya cautioned the public not to be easily swayed by online investments promising quick and high returns.
“If you receive any such investment offers online, verify them with the relevant authorities, including the police or Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM), to avoid falling prey to scams.
“The public is also reminded to check bank account numbers using the link [https://semakmule.rmp.gov.my/](https://semakmule.rmp.gov.my/) before making any transactions.”
He urged anyone who suspects they may have been scammed to contact the National Scam Response Centre (NSRC) immediately at 997. - September 19, 2025
